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Capital Item 17 - Lumenis UltraPulse Laser

MERSEY AND WEST LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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15 Apr 2026 at 09:05

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28 Jan 2026 at 11:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has concluded a direct award procurement for the acquisition of a Lumenis UltraPulse Laser. This contract, which was signed on 10 February 2026 and commenced on 12 February 2026, pertains to surgical instruments designated for delivery to the United Kingdom’s UKD region. The trust has been utilising a Lumenis laser proficiently for daily treatments over the past eight years. To maintain uninterrupted patient treatment and avoid additional re-patch testing, the Mersey NHS Trust opted for a replacement laser from the same brand. This procurement sees Lumenis BE (UK) Limited, a specialist in Co2 laser technology, as the selected supplier. This contract is a completed transaction, reflecting a direct award procurement method based on technical and supplier-specific rationale, ensuring consistency in treatment parameters and minimising potential patient treatment delays.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in surgical instruments and laboratory equipment, particularly in laser technology. Companies with expertise in precision medical equipment, repair and maintenance services may find this sector highly rewarding, given the UK's demand for reliable, cutting-edge technology in healthcare settings. SMEs and larger enterprises with a focus on surgical laser products can explore similar opportunities, leveraging their technical proficiency and quick maintenance capabilities to establish a sound relationship with public health authorities. The procurement process exemplifies the potential for businesses skilled in complex healthcare technologies to contribute meaningfully to essential medical procedures, offering specialised products that meet stringent healthcare needs.

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Notice Title

Capital Item 17 - Lumenis UltraPulse Laser

Notice Description

Lumenis UltraPulse Alpha OR Black-RG Laser with CPG SCANNER and DeepFX MicroScanner package

Procurement Information

The department currently uses a Lumenis laser and has been used successfully for the past 8 years on a daily basis. The range of treatment parameters means we can utilise it for many treatments including NHS and private work, and by continuing to use the same brand of laser also means we do not have to re- patch test patients who would be mid-treatment if the laser was replaced by a different brand. With a replacement Lumenis laser, the team can simply continue patient treatments uninterrupted. Using another brand of laser means new treatment parameters may need to be met, causing delays in patient treatments and waiting times. There have been no issues with this laser until recently, but engineers having assessed the problem have said it is the age and extensive use of the machine that is the issue, essentially parts becoming past their useful lifespan and the risk to patient harm if usage continues. Lumenis are a renowned brand, excellent reliability and maintenance is carried out quickly if the need arises. We have four types of laser within the department, all for differing laser procedures, however, Lumenis are the only company that produce this type of Co2 laser and are specialists in this field

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0610b7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034033-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

33169000 - Surgical instruments

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2026 - 12 Feb 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEY AND WEST LANCASHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESCOT
Postcode
L35 5DR
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Whiston and Cronton
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LUMENIS BE (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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